The French Broad River’s early advocates included Jean Webb and Karen Cragnolin, who helped organize RiverLink, a nonprofit focused on the environmental and economic vitality of the river.

The French Broad River is more than a scenic place; it’s part of the WNC lifestyle. But nearly a year after Helene, experts ...

Floodplains along the French Broad River naturally soak up stormwater and provide a home for wildlife. But over time, ditches and berms have changed the land, separating the floodplain from the river.

ASHEVILLE - The city announced the partial reopening of several riverfront parks and greenways along the French Broad on May 22, though some of the hardest hit areas remain fully closed.

ARDEN — Heaps of mangled metal roofing, wood patios, tires, clothing and a kitchen stove were among the debris volunteers found in a sweep of the French Broad River on Tuesday, Oct. 22, carried ...

According to the National Park Service, the French Broad River is believed to be the third oldest river in the world. Good Vibes Rafting and Tubing started their company's journey on Memorial Day.

In 2023, RiverLink provided river conservation education to over 5,000 young people throughout the region via in-school, after-school and summer programming — all free of charge with an emphasis ...

ARDEN — Heaps of mangled metal roofing, wood patios, tires, clothing and a kitchen stove were among the debris volunteers found in a sweep of the French Broad River on Tuesday, Oct. 22, carried ...